ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Legislative Agenda
November 19, 2009
7:30 p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
A.
III.
C.
Eagle Scouts – Brian J. Craft and Nicholas J. Frigiola
Springton Lake Middle School - Eighth Grade Girls Soccer, Seventh
Grade Boys Soccer, and Seventh Grade Girls Soccer Teams –
Undefeated Season
Professional Registration – Heather R. Henise
Collage Artist and Children's Book Author, Stephen Parlato – Mr. William
Dougherty, Glenwood Elementary School Principal
Reports
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
VI.
Legislative Meeting of October 22, 2009
Educational Presentation
A.
V.
Roll Call
Presentations and Awards
A.
B.
IV.
Pledge of Allegiance
Student Liaison Reports
Board Liaison Reports
Committee Highlights and Reports
School Reports
Superintendent’s Report
Solicitor’s Report
President’s Report
Scheduled Presentations (Limited to Five Minutes Each)
A.
B.
Agenda
RTMEA
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VII.
Unscheduled Presentations (Limited to Three Minutes Each)
A.
VIII.
Old Business
A.
IX.
Policy #217 Graduation Requirements – Second Reading and Approval –
See Attachment A
New Business
A.
B.
C.
D.
X.
Rose Tree Media Residents
Personnel
1.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
2.
Nominations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
c.
Supplemental Contracts – See Attachments B and C
d.
Other
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Ice Hockey Team – Toronto, Ontario,
Canada
2.
Penncrest High School Wresting Team – Solanco High School,
Quarryville, PA
3.
Penncrest High School Wrestling Team – University of Delaware,
Newark, DE
4.
Penncrest High School Boys and Girls Track Team – Penn State
University, State College, PA
Penncrest Course Selection Guide for 2010-2011
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Terminations - None
2.
Nominations - None
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
b.
Other
Finance
A.
Agenda
Purchasing
1.
None
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B.
C.
D.
XI.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
2.
DCIU IDEA ARRA Pass-Through Funds – See Attachment D
3.
Sunday Use of Facilities – Penncrest High School
4.
PlanCon Part F – Springton Lake Middle School Project – See
Attachment E
5.
Springton Lake Middle School Project Bid Advertising Schedule
6.
Contract with the Davidson School
7.
Contract with the Devereux Foundation Education Program
8.
Contract with the Devereux Kanner Center
9.
Contract with the Marple Newtown School District
10.
Contract with Katie Hartley Opher
11.
Contract with the Institute of Teaching and Learning
12.
Contract with Club Z! Tutoring Services
13.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of GC
14.
Stericycle
15.
G.A.T.E. Program
Financials for September and October 2009
Bill lists for September and October 2009
Adjournment
ANNOUNCEMENT
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel at
6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Meeting of December 17, 2009 at Penncrest High
School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
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III.
Presentations and Awards
A.
Eagle Scouts of America – Brian J. Craft and Nicholas J. Frigiola
Resolve, the Board present Brian J. Craft and Nicholas J. Frigiola
the Rose Tree Media Award for achieving Eagle Scout Rank.
Background
Brian J. Craft and Nicholas J. Frigiola, Penncrest High School
students, have completed the necessary requirements to achieve
Eagle Scout Rank.
B.
Springton Lake Middle School - Eighth Grade Girls Soccer,
Seventh Grade Boys Soccer, and Seventh Grade Girls Soccer
Teams – Undefeated Season
Resolve, the Board recognize Springton Lake Middle School
Soccer teams for their 2009 undefeated season.
Background
Three soccer teams at Springton Lake went undefeated this
season: Eighth Grade Girls Soccer; 11-0. Team Members: Mary
Kate Boylan, Julianna DiDomenico, Rachel Hecker, Caitlyn
Huebner, Brittany Kashner, Ally Kirkpatrick, Kelly Logan, Lindsey
Mawson, Grace McGinn, Samantha Mendicino, Jessica Mullaney,
Jamie Mullaney, Megan O’Brien, Gina Papa, Gianna Paul, Katie
Phipps, Alexa Raspa, Cassie Santiago, Rachel Tusar, Emily
VanVladricken, and Kristen Zulli. Coach: Mark Homan.
Seventh Grade Boys Soccer: 10-0 and 1 tie. Team Members: Nick
Anastasi, Ryan Blessington, James Bullitt, Will Deserafino,
Christian DiTomo, Brendan Hanna, Drew Hanna, Corey Hansen,
Mark Hull, Kevin Korthaus, Nick Ladd, Sam Messer, Jude Morgan,
Grey Nelson, Brendan O‘Boyle, Nathan Reagle, George
Tahopoulos, Mark Teamerson, Chris Urffer, Seth Van Horn, Rick
Vogler, and Nicky Whalen. Coach: Doug Krugler
Seventh Grade Girls Soccer; 9-0 and 2 ties. Team Members:
Katie Arbogast, Marie Boudazin, Samantha Bream, Megan Cage,
Katie Campbell, Rebecca Cave, Ally Ciesielski, Katie Coyle, Erin
Dougherty, Emily Evenden, Noelle Graham, Alexandra Hall, Abby
Henry, Brittney Hickman, Rose Impagliazzo, Mariah Kozub, Nicole
Mancarella, Maggie McDonnell, Rachel Muetterties, Jade Phillips,
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Marjurie Ramirez, Alysse Sharpless, Emily Smith, Nicole Stahl, and
Christina Weathers. Coach: Mike DeLeo
III.
Presentations and Awards
C.
Professional Registration – Heather R. Henise
Resolve, the Board recognize Heather R. Henise, Accountant, who
has recently been granted status as a Pennsylvania Registered
School Business Official by the Pennsylvania Association of School
Business Officials.
Background
Heather met the rigid personal, ethical and professional standards
established by the PRSBO program. She has made a professional
commitment to keep management and technical skills updated.
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
SCHOOL REPORT’S – November 2009
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Library
Library technician Kathy Cook participated in the first session of this year’s Delaware
County Book Review Program at Upper Darby High School. Publishers provide copies of
brand new titles, and librarians may keep those books they review. Mrs. Cook obtained
twenty-five recently-published titles for the Glenwood library, including non-fiction, novels,
and picture books valued at over $380.00!
Kindergarten
Kindergarten enjoyed showing off their silly, scary and spooky Halloween costumes to the
residents at Lima Estates. They paraded around in their costumes while sharing many
Halloween poems and songs with the senior citizens. A wonderful time was had by all.
First Grade
The first graders at Glenwood used their creative art skills to decorate and create a
costume for their very own Halloween pumpkin. Sixty pumpkins were generously
donated to our first graders. Many parents came in to help with the event. The pumpkins
are being displayed in the library for all of the Glenwood students to enjoy.
We had many creative pumpkins....witches, princesses, baseball players, rock stars,
clowns, babies, etc. The first graders had a great time expressing their individual creative
ideas!
Second Grade
Glenwood’s second grade class went to Media for a day of adventure and learning. Their
day began with a theatrical experience, as they watched “Narnia” being performed at the
Media Theater. Next, we received a tour of Media’s courthouse. We were able to meet
public servants, including the Chairman of Delaware County Council Linda A. Cartisano,
who answered questions connected with the Social Studies’ Communities Unit.
Additionally, we toured the Media Borough Police Department. Police Chief Marty
Wusinich and other officers answered our questions about the role of the police officer in
our community. The students were able to see the state-of-the-art equipment that they
use.
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We also practiced our map skills by reading a map as we walked through the community,
and labeling points of interest in the Media area. This experience allowed us to make
practical use of the Social Studies concepts that we have been studying.
Third Grade
Third Graders studied cardinal and intermediate directions and were cartographers for a
day as they designed and decorated their own compass roses. Using hands on
manipulatives they also practiced regrouping strategies for addition and subtraction. In
November, teachers were given the opportunity to work together to score DRA tests and
discuss the results with their colleagues. They worked together to determine appropriate
groupings and activities that would most benefit each child. They discussed how time
during the day could be best utilized to implement plans to meet the needs of each child.
Fourth Grade
Miss McDevitt's second grade class and Mrs. Gallagher's fourth grade class are book
buddies. Each student drew a Halloween picture and gave it to their book buddy. The
students then wrote a story about their Book Buddies' picture. They exchanged stories
with one another. The students in both classrooms were very excited and motivated to
write entertaining, detailed stories to give as Halloween presents.
Fifth Grade
Students in Mark Paikoff's fifth grade class used the recent post season run of the
Philadelphia Phillies to learn about fractions, decimals and percents. Students looked at
real data from the Phillies hitters and pitchers to develop conceptual understanding of the
parts of a whole. Students used the actual performances of Ryan Howard, Jimmy Rollins
and others to develop fractions. For example, they saw that Ryan Howard got eight hits
out of 24 times at bat and were able to reduce the fraction 8/24 to 1/3. Once they looked
at this information, they translated it to a percentage based upon the new mathematics
curriculum Investigations and then saw that 33 1/3 % showed up in the statistics as .333.
Students had a ball working with real data and using information to help strengthen their
understanding of these interrelated concepts.
Nurse
All the Rose Tree Media nurses attended the Fall Meeting of the Delaware County School
Nurse's Association. The presenters were Wilber Wolf who spoke about the Delaware
County Strategic National Stockpile and plans for emergency distribution of medications,
in the event of an incident requiring mass distribution of medication or immunizations. All
of the high schools in Delaware County are considered Points of Distribution (POD)
according to the emergency action plan. The other speaker was a representative of the
PA Department of Health. She gave an update about the H1N1 vaccine distribution and
possible plans to distribute the vaccine at schools. The Rose Tree Media nurses are
hoping that we may be able to host a POD drill at Penncrest at the end of this school
year.
INDIAN LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The entire staff and student body of Indian Lane practiced an Emergency Evacuation of
the school. We started off with a normal fire drill, but then the students and staff were
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tested on evacuating to the Middletown Presbyterian Church. This type of drill is
conducted every couple of years in case of an emergency that prevents us from going
back into the school. Students and staff took this drill seriously and successfully
completed this drill in a timely manner.
Mrs. Venuto’s fifth grade class was scheduled to visit City Team, in Chester, this month
but the trip got cancelled due to the large number of illnesses. They will be going some
time in December. You may not know that our school has collected items for and visited
City Team virtually since we opened in 1992. The students visit to get an understanding
of how bad choices and addictions can alter your life. Our school community pitches in
by bringing in new or slightly used items to help the residents/clients of City Team, which
helps those with addictions or are in need of support.
We had a great assembly this month, thanks to our PTG. Students were treated to
interesting science “experiments” linked to a story told by Andrew, the “scienceteller.”
We continue to have our monthly Pride Assemblies where we recognize students for
achievements in 100 Book Challenge, Citizenship and other noteworthy
accomplishments. This month, our Art teacher, Katie Devine, recognized several
students for their outstanding cooperation and creativity in Art class.
We had a great Halloween Parade on the Friday before Halloween. The weather
cooperated and a fun time was had by all. We need to thank Mr. Frank for coordinating
the event, and Mr. Boyle and Mrs. Battavio for the musical assistance provided.
Indian Lane is preparing to host visits from parents during our Parent Visitation Week
November 16-20. In celebration of National Education Week, each grade level will
welcome parents to observe their child in school and catch a glimpse of all the great
things that happen every day at Indian Lane.
First Grade
The first graders participated in Pumpkin Math Day. The children made predictions about
various pumpkins based on height, circumference, weight and seed amounts. Then the
actual weighing and measuring began. Next, the children, with parent volunteers, dug into
the pumpkins and started counting those seeds! Afterwards, the findings were charted
and discussed. The next day, the children tasted the seeds, which had been roasted. In
addition, the children read stories about pumpkins and wrote about them as well. In
math, the children are learning geometry. Along with learning the names of various
shapes, the children will be focusing on each shape's unique characteristics. They are
also using patterns blocks to both fill-in and create new shapes. In addition, they will be
using our program's software to experiment with shapes on the computer. In social
studies, the first graders are learning all about the schools of long ago. They will be
comparing and contrasting the school buildings, the tools and supplies and the teachers
and students and the curriculums. Many children are quite surprised to learn that their
grandparents and some of their parents did not have computers growing up! Also in
social studies, the first grade will be making applesauce. It will be enjoyed with other
treats during our Friendship Feast. On this special day, we will participate in a group
poetry experience as each class will recite a line of a poem about friendship.
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Fourth Grade
The entire fourth grade participated in Pumpkin Day. Students investigated pumpkins
and collected data such as the number of seeds in various sizes of pumpkins,
circumference of the pumpkins, number of creases on pumpkins, and the weight of the
pumpkins. This data was then graphed on four different types of graphs. Before the
investigations began, students made estimates of the information to be collected and then
calculated the difference when the actual amounts were found. In the afternoon, students
decorated their pumpkins using various craft materials.
Read In
As part of our 100 Book Challenge, the Fourth and Fifth grade boys participated in an
early morning Read In which featured trivia games and special stories. Each student
participating received two credit steps towards their 100 Book Challenge goal PLUS they
received credit for their guest’s reading! A good time was had by all.
Holiday Extravaganza
Indian Lane is planning its Second Annual Holiday Extravaganza and Gingerbread House
decorating. On Saturday, December 5th, there will be a Secret Holiday Shop where
students can secretly shop for presents for loved ones with the assistance of Secret
Shoppers. While their children shop, parents will be able to browse through several
vendors for their own purchases. Meanwhile, pre-assembled and pre-purchased
Gingerbread Houses will be laid out on cafeteria tables in the gym to decorate in true
holiday fashion. Breakfast will also be available for purchase and Santa will be on hand
to listen to those much-anticipated gift requests.
MEDIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Harvest Fair
Our Harvest Fair, sponsored by the Media PTG, is probably our most inclusive and best
attended family event. Games, great food, a moon bounce, pumpkin decorating, face
painting, and a spooky trail were just some of the opportunities. A chili cook-off and apple
pie contest, judged by staff members and local restaurateurs, were very popular this year.
Everyone who attended seemed to have a fun time.
Donuts and Dudes
Our PTG sponsors many wonderful events for our families. Donuts and Dudes is an
opportunity for our children and a “special guy” to socialize while enjoying some tasty
breakfast treats. The cider donuts, donated by Linvilla Orchards are especially popular.
We had an excellent turn-out for this event.
Fall Masquerade
The theme for our annual Fall Masquerade (Halloween Parade) was Woodstock. Our
incredibly hip staff spread the message of “Peace and Love” with their costumes, signs
and buttons. Check out the pictures on our web site. We had some serious fun! Kudos to
our physical education teacher, Carol Shapero, for organizing the event for us.
Unicef and Candy for the Troops
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Once again, our students collected for UNICEF on Halloween night. We have not tallied
our contribution yet. We also collected extra Halloween candy to be sent to the deployed
military. One of our parents, Ralph Borja, is deployed to Afghanistan. His wife, Lisa, is
coordinating the packing and shipping.
Hayride
This has been a terrific month for family fun. The PTG sponsored a hayride at Linvilla
Orchards. Families who attended enjoyed the ride and the cider/marshmallow roast that
followed. It was a great way to cap off the Halloween week-end.
Great American Apple Crunch Day
PANA has designated a number of special health and wellness events including The
Great American Apple Crunch Day. Linvilla Orchards supplied us with about 500 of the
biggest and juiciest apples we have ever seen. Our service club, HOME, took care of the
distribution.
World Series Day
Team spirit abounded on our World Series Day. Most, of course, were dressed in Phillies’
attire, but a few diehard Yankee fans were all decked out in navy blue. Go Phillies!
Grade Level News
Kindergarten culminated their fall unit with “Fall Theme Day.” The children worked with
parents to use their math skills to cook pancakes (and eat them), to create a tasting graph
of favorite apples using the SMARTBOARD, and to identify letters and numbers in Apple
Jack Bingo. They also practiced their sequencing skills by creating an illustration of how
an apple tree grows.
Grade one has been exploring two terrific internet sites that will help develop their reading
and math skills. Razkids is a website that contains leveled stories for the children to
practice reading books at their “just right” level.” After reading each story the children are
required to answer a few comprehension questions before moving on. Once a certain
number of books are read in their current level, the students are moved up to the next
reading level.
Compass math is the other new licensed site for grade 1. The engaging lessons and
activities support our math program. If the children struggle with a particular math
concept, they can go through the lesson again or the activity can be adapted to meet their
level.
Second grade has been busy preparing for Community Day. There will be a program for
parent. The presentation will contain songs, poems, and dialogue focused on
communities. Following the student portion of the program, a career showcase will be
presented by parents and other community members. The showcase will provide the
children with a hands-on learning experience related to the many career
choices/possibilities.
After completing a science/health unit on the human body systems, the third grade took a
field trip to Lankenau Hospital. The students saw and heard one of the only moving,
talking, plastic female models (Pandora) in the United States. Pandora taught the children
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about the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and nervous systems. In another classroom,
students were engaged in a number of hands-on lessons about body systems that helped
them synthesize their own thinking. Thirds grade also had a visit from Upper Providence
Judge of Elections, Doug Williamson, who taught them about the election process and
reinforced why it is so important to vote.
Karyn Confer, of the Delaware County Historical Society, kicked off the Passport to
History program with our fourth graders. Passport to History encourages children to
explore local historical sites with their class and with their family. It also presents a free
play each year that has to do with local history.
Grade five students are eagerly anticipating their participation in The Media Veteran’s
Day parade.
Music News
Our fifth grade unit on musical theatre has begun. The unit is aligned with a show being
presented at The Media Theatre, The Wizard of Oz. The students are exploring all
aspects of the musical genre, viewing scenes on DVD and from the web, acting, singing
and learning what goes on behind the scenes. “Playbill” helps them to follow along and
take notes. We are hoping that many fifth grade families will attend Media Theatre Day at
The Media Theatre at the 3:00 p.m. matinee on December 20.
Evacuation Drill
We had an evacuation drill, part of emergency preparedness training. The children
gathered at The Media Theatre where it was explained to them under what circumstances
we might have to evacuate. Thanks to the Media Police for their assistance. The drill was
very orderly and efficient.
Contest Winners
Mrs. McGeehan’s fifth grade won the Kid Biz/Teen Biz Road to Success contest. They
won a party in a package from Achieve 3000.
November 3 In-Service
The November 3 in-service day was very productive. We began with a breakfast
discussion of our all staff read, The Elephant in the Playroom. This book was selected by
our Arcadia Inclusion team. Next we got some tech tips on Groupwise and actually spent
some time cleaning out our emails and files to help the network. After the Harassment
training at Penncrest, we prepared data for this week’s data conferences and met as a
whole group and on grade levels about the revised elementary progress report.
Artists of the Month
Each month Mrs. Maxwell selects artwork to be featured in the school office. Our
November artists of the month are Shane Kokoska (Autumn Landscape), Lauren Ross
(Cubist portrait), Anthony Copertino (Self Portrait in the Woods), and Gabrielle Dunn
(Botanical).
All-School Assembly
Our all-school assembly recognized 100 Book Challenge goal achievers. Marty the
Mustang was in attendance to give our super readers a great big mustang cheer. We are
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learning community songs that are becoming a regular addition to our all-school
gatherings. This month’s selection was “A Ram Sam Sam.”
Fall Bulbs
Our service club, HOME, planted fall bulbs around the property. We can’t wait until spring
when they will grow and bloom. They also applied “TURN OFF” stickers to every light
switch in the school. Thanks to the print shop for producing the stickers.
Assessment and Progress Reports
As we approach the end of the first marking period, teachers are very busy finalizing the
first progress report. A number of assessments were completed (MAP, DRA, DIBELS,
etc.) that inform instruction and document achievement. Recently completed data
conferences and time spent on the in-service day helped clarify the use of all the data we
are gathering about each child.
ROSE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Our annual book fair was held in November. As always this event was a tremendous
success. Children enjoyed selecting books and making wish lists for holiday gifts.
School personnel participated in a fire and safety forum hosted by Upper Providence
Township. Representatives from the Fire Department, Police Department, hospital,
township and all schools in Upper Providence were invited to attend. Topics discussed
included: evacuations, emergency plans, communication systems, criminal issues and
what to expect from each department. The session was quite informative.
Our PTG hosted a family night with an International flair. Foods, clothing and items from
other countries were provided for those in attendance to enjoy and learn about. This
supports our theme for the year, “We Are Family.”
First Grade
First grade celebrated Thanksgiving with a multicultural feast! The students invited their
families and friends to make a special dish that they share at their Thanksgiving dinner.
The students got to sample new foods. First graders also began to study organisms.
This science unit is exciting and very hands-on. Parent visitation allowed us to meet
many family members.
Third Grade
Third graders have completed doing a research project on the Statue of Liberty. One of
the things they discovered is that her birthday is on October 28. They read numerous
books, both fiction and non-fiction about our national symbol. We started research on the
internet and even used the laptops to help them learn more facts about how the statue
was constructed and moved from France to America. The students loved learning more
about Lady Liberty.
Fifth Grade
The fifth grade students have been learning multiple strategies for addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division by using the 24 game as a springboard for increasing number
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sense skills. The students will be participating in a 24 tournament in the spring after they
have honed their skills more fully.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Children in the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program at Rose Tree
Elementary School have made good progress this year. One kindergarten student came
in as a non-English speaker at the beginning of the year. She has learned her colors,
numbers, school tool words, family members, size words, many foods, and frequently
used phrases and sentences. She has settled into school routines very quickly. Students
continuing the program this year have progressed through the first units of their grade
level materials which primarily focus on academic language use in the content areas.
Students enjoy the new “Avenues” materials from Hampton-Brown that we were able to
purchase last year. The curriculum is outstanding and we all appreciate being able to
work with it. Thank you for supporting this small, but very significant department in the
Rose Tree Media District.
Physical Education:
For the month of November, first and second grade focused on locomotor movement
skills, rolling, underhand and overhand throwing and catching. Third and fourth grade
focused on ball skills such as dribbling, passing, trapping, kicking and shooting. They
also practiced skills for maintaining possession of the ball and strategies for offense and
defense. Fifth grade focused on ball skills such as carrying, running, dodging, throwing,
catching, passing and snapping. They also practiced skills for maintaining possession of
the ball and strategies for offense and defense.
SPRINGTON LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Teacher Spotlight
This week we are featuring Mark Yanchek, our technology teacher. Mr. Yanchek is a
recent graduate of Bloomsburg University. While at Bloomsburg, Mr. Yanchek was active
in numerous extracurricular activities including being President of PiOmega Pi, a national
recognized Honors Fraternity. He was also a member of the student government. Mr.
Yanchek is most excited about being a staff member at Springton Lake. He will be
presenting an informative session on how our students use the Internet during American
Education week. Be sure to hear his presentation.
Red Ribbon Week
Springton Lake's annual celebration of Red Ribbon Week ran from October 26th-30th.
This is a National Campaign to promote awareness of the dangers of drug and alcohol
abuse and to promote making good choices and to have a positive self image. Lots of
activities took place. A school wide pep rally with a guest speaker, poster contest,
messages read by the student council each morning, special dress days such as" Crazy
Sock Day" because you would be crazy to take drugs! Each member of the Springton
community, students and staff wore a red ribbon to show support of the program and its
message. A final door decorating for all home rooms with this year's theme and a banner
signing on Friday during all lunches closed out the week.
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AGP
The sixth grade students in the Academically Gifted Program faced off in a fast-paced
Jeopardy-style quiz game. The friendly competition was a culminating activity to their
study of the Newbery winning novel, The View From Saturday, by E.L. Konigsburg. In the
story, four sixth grade students of diverse backgrounds overcome great odds and become
the champions in their state's Academic Bowl. The novel has a strong connection to the
Springton sixth graders as they, too, are coming to a new school and forging new
friendships. In their version of the Academic Bowl, Mr. Tolomeo's students had to answer
current events questions as well as general knowledge about literature, history, and the
arts. This book is the first of many for the students in this novel-based language arts
curriculum.
Art
Ms. Sycz’ students are completing reflection sheets based on their learning experience
from their first completed unit of study.
Students in Mrs. Prior's classes in sixth, seventh, and eighth grade helped Mrs.
Harrison create the Respect banners outside the cafeteria and in the lobby showcase in
honor of our "No Place For Hate" initiative.
Mrs. Going's eighth grades have moved back in time from 20th Century to the Middle
Ages!! It is time for one of the most enjoyable lessons, the Art of The Illuminated
Manuscript - a highlight for the eighth grades. Students will immerse themselves in
history and modern problem solving for this unit!! Seventh grades are engaged in their
ceramics unit. The Element of Form will be explored. Specifically, Sculpture In The
Round!!! Problem - How do you create a three dimensional fish in motion, OUT OF
CLAY??
Sixth grades are involved in a Printmaking Unit. Theme: Chinese Zodiac.
Subject: The animal of their year or one of their choice. Print: The Chinese Character
Letters. Interesting to see their interpretation of Astrology!!
Guidance
The Guidance Department in conjunction with the Art Department, developed programs
for the district-wide No Place For Hate week. Sixth grade students signed the "Resolution
of Respect" during their lunch period and received a sticker from No PLace For Hate. Mr.
Tolomeo, along with the members of the drama club and SLTV, produced a program
which was shown to the entire school. Our theme for No Place For Hate this year is
"Springton Lake is a Community of Respect.” Their show centered around this theme
and included administrators and students as well. Language Arts classes were asked to
write a statement about respect for self, respect for property, or respect for others.
Student responses were placed on stickers which were then used to create a lobby
showcase and a respect banner placed in the cafeteria hallway. Students also produced
a rainbow which included student photos and statements about respect. This was also
displayed in the cafeteria hallway. In addition, each grade level counselor taught a lesson
to their students. In sixth grade, the topic for the lesson was respect and friendship. In
seventh, it was teen issues, and in eighth grade, students talked about conflict resolution.
Guidance groups have begun in each of the grade levels. Groups consist of 6-8 students
and are conducted for 6 to 8 weeks.
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Math
The sixth graders are studying the unit, "Prime Time" in the Connected Math Program.
The students are learning about factors and multiples by playing the Factor and Product
Games with a partner. The classes are learning strategies to win that help them to
discover interesting and special properties about numbers. They are also creating,
writing, and solving word problems of their own which will be displayed around the
room. During American Education Week and Open House/Visitation Day, students will be
planning the cost of a Thanksgiving meal. They will use circulars to price items and
calculators to add up the cost of their meal. They will work in cooperative groups and
make a poster presentation to the class. In Connected Math 7, students finished
“Covering and Surrounding”, the unit focusing on area, perimeter, and circumference of
figures and compound figures. The program uses bumper cars as a theme for learning
perimeter (number of rails) and area (number of square feet of surface). They also
started the “Variables and Patterns” unit which teaches beginning algebra concepts
involving coordinate graphs, tables, rules, and equations. The theme for “Variables and
Patterns” is a bike tour where students graph time vs. distance, in different scenarios and
look for trends and patterns. In Connected Math 8, the accelerated program, students
finished the “Filling and Wrapping” unit on surface area and volume of prisms and
cylinders using hands on models. They also completed a review of pre-algebra skills
including combining like terms, using the distributive property, and solving two-step
equations. Topics of review also included using slope, intercepts, and a table of values to
graph equations. The eighth grade students have completed their first investigation of
the year in the Connected Math program (Moving Straight Ahead) this month. In Moving
Straight Ahead students discovered how to read, interpret, display, and solve linear
equations as well as to determine slope. Students have moved on to an investigation
called Filling and Wrapping where they will explore surface area and volume of various
objects including rectangular prisms, cylinders, cones, and spheres. Students continue to
complete a problem of the day at the beginning of class where the concepts of units of
measurement, conversion factors, and geometric formulae are reviewed. Geometry
students have been working on parallel and perpendicular lines and their transversals including the angle relationships created their slops and the equations which describe
them. In addition, they have been learning how to write proofs in order to show their
knowledge of geometric concepts. Finally, they have their first project of the year due.
Students had to research a famous mathematician and creatively tell us about the
person's contribution to the field of math. Algebra classes have spent this past month
exploring the properties of real numbers by analyzing the different number subcategories
(natural, whole, integer, rational, and irrational). The students also developed a strong
foundation for communicating algebra by learning 12 properties of real numbers. From
this point the students learned how to solve multi-step equations, including examples that
require up to 7 steps! We are currently working in the next unit for these classes.
This covers an exploration of linear equations, slope, intercepts, and how to graph them
on a coordinate plane.
Science
Sixth grade science students are learning about cells. They are looking at animal and
plant cells under the microscope and comparing and contrasting. All marking period
students have been working on anchor activities. These are self selected extension
activities that are fun and challenging to students. Some students have chosen to make
edible cell models.
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Social Studies
In addition to studying the Geography of East Asia, all sixth graders will simulate a climb
to Mount Everest and create a journal about their experiences. Mr. Jackowski, the
assistant principal, has spoken to several social studies classes about his mountain
climbing experience. The students enjoyed looking at his pictures and seeing some of his
climbing gear. Seventh grade students are learning about the Bill of Rights and students
are demonstrating their understanding by acting as Supreme Court Justices who must
decide whether certain real-life situations violate one of the first ten amendments. The
eighth grade had a successful class trip to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. We
returned to our classes and created thesis statements about the English Renaissance
and supported them with facts we learned from the faire. Currently we are studying
Ancient Mesopotamia, the first civilization. The students are responding well to the
critically thinking skills included in our History Alive: The Ancient World textbook. We
have examined photos of actual artifacts from the Royal Tombs of Ur included in our
History Alive materials. We continue to examine how history is written; as theories about
early civilization have changed with new scientific knowledge about ancient artifacts has
been recently revealed in the news. CT scanning has revealed new theories about
the Royal Tombs of Ur.
Special Education
Our department continues to grow and change to accommodate our students’ needs. We
are now able to provide direct instruction in reading fluency and reading decoding to
those students who need it without disrupting their language arts curriculum. Many thanks
to Joanne Horan, Elizabeth McKelvey, Diane Stern, and Vince Eppolito for their diligent
efforts in helping to get these classes off the ground. We continue to offer our world
language/resource model to recommended students in seventh and eighth grade. This is
the third year this model has been in place, and we are now seeing the fruits of our
labors. Students transitioning from eighth to ninth grades are now able to enter high
school with the fundamentals of Spanish under their belt. The special education math
teachers are excited about the implementation of the Connected Math Program-2 in their
classrooms. Teachers report that the manipulative and the practical, problem-solving
nature of the curriculum engage students in higher-order thinking and real-world problemsolving scenarios. Once again this year, Carlene Meow and Todd Brown will collaborate
on our special education newsletter, The Connections Courier. The first issue will be
mailed home on Nov. 20 and will include articles on the decoding and fluency classes, the
ACCESS program, current assistive technology, and staff members who are new to the
department this year. Our repertoire of technology continues to expand. We have more
teachers and students than ever using programs like Read Out Loud, Word Talk, and
Click Speak to assist with reading difficulties. We plan to integrate more technology
throughout the year and offer trainings to teachers and support professionals during
district in-service days.
Sports Update
Three soccer teams at Springton Lake went undefeated this season: Seventh Grade
Boys Soccer--10-0 and 1 tie; Seventh Grade Girls Soccer--9-0 and 2 ties; and Eighth
Grade Girls Soccer--11-0!!!!!!
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PENNCREST HIGH SCHOOL
Art Department
The National Art Honor Society participated in a fund raising event for the “Bark in the
Park” dog walk at the Annual Fall Festival at Rose Tree Park on Saturday, October 31st.
NAHS students created portraits of the animals currently up for adoption at the Delaware
County SPCA. The students sold these portraits as well as manned a face painting table
at the event. All proceeds went directly to the SPCA.
ESOL Department
The ESOL Department hosted dinner and a meeting for the parents/guardians of English
language learners in the cafeteria. The purpose of this meeting was to discuss the
process of language acquisition and the importance of attaining the same high levels of
achievement that all students are expected to meet.
Business Department
FBLA State Leadership Workshop was attended by officers Dillon Hobson - President,
Brian Mehalick - Vice President, Sean Hobson - Secretary and Andrew Maser Treasurer. The program was held at Penn State and offered seminars on topics in
Marketing, Finance & Investing and Entrepreneurship along with a chance to network with
1,200 students from every part of Pennsylvania and develop strategies to effectively lead
the Penncrest chapter of FBLA.
Club News
Penncrest Physics Olympics won the first meet of the season. Senior captains Joe
Cardone, Katie Ferguson, and Nick Calabro led the team to a 25 point win over second
place Harriton and third place Radnor. Junior Joe Charles won the gold medal in the
parachute drop event. Next meet is December 12, at Radnor.
Students in the News:
Seniors Colleen McGeehan and Brian Mehalick were the Glen Riddle Rotary Club
Students of the Month for September/October. They were honored at a luncheon at
Barnaby's in Aston on Tuesday, October 20th. Congratulations Colleen and Brian!
Jackson Buttery, grade 12, has been named a winner of The National Council of
Teachers of English Achievement Award in Writing. Jackson was nominated by the
Penncrest English Department; he completed a two-hour impromptu essay entry and a
ten-page creative portfolio.
Emanon Players:
Emanon Players presented this year's Readers' Theatre program, Dint of Wit, to all
English classes. There was also a public performance. Almost sixty students are
involved in this year's production. We look forward to another Emanon success!
National Honor Society:
The Penncrest National Honor Society is proud to announce its newest members. Fifty
new juniors and seventeen new seniors were inducted into the NHS. The Penncrest
Ambassador Choir entertained the audience with two lovely musical selections along with
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our Penncrest Alma Mater. Guests were also treated to a prelude of classical works
performed by Eda Chen on the piano. Chrissa Kuntz addressed the new inductees as
this year’s featured faculty speaker. Selected by the current NHS members as a faculty
member who exemplifies the four pillars of the National Honor Society, Character,
Leadership, Service and Scholarship, Chrissa serves as an outstanding role model for our
student body.
JV Show
The Class of 2011 is looking forward to the JV Show in November. The students are
working hard to create an entertaining program for classmates, friends, and family.
School Safety:
Penncrest ran an evacuation to the stadium drill for the entire building. In the event that
the campus needs to be evacuated or if there is a situation that will not permit us to
remain in the building for an extended period of time, the students, faculty, and staff will
report to the stadium to await return to the building or transportation off of campus. A
detailed plan has been created with a focus on student safety and accurate attendance.
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EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
November 10, 2009
Subject:
November 10, 2009 – 7:00 PM Finance Committee Minutes
Chairperson: John Hanna
_____________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: John Hanna, Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Nancy Fronduti,
Nancy Mackrides and Jeffrey Pettit
Also in Attendance: Ken Phillips and Grace Eves
______________________________________________________________________
1. Ken Phillips Presentation
7:00
Ken Phillips reviewed the Rose Tree Media School District’s Standard and Poor’s
rating report. The district has an AA/Stable credit rating, which is a result of very
strong wealth and income levels, strong fund balance and moderate debt burden.
The AA/Stable rating will result in favorable bond rates for future borrowings. Ken
Phillips presented an update on the debt schedule for the Springton Lake Middle
School project. The next borrowing of $15,000,000 will take place next year in
accordance with the project’s draw schedule. The new debt requires .20 mills. The
Act 1 index for the 2010-2011 fiscal year is 2.9%, which equates to .63 mills. The
district is eligible to apply for a debt exception for this borrowing due to pre Act 1
debt. He recommended the district apply for the exception in order to continue with
current programs and fund the project.
Action: Discussion
2. Pending Tax Appeals
7:30
There are 110 residential and 20 commercial tax appeals on approximately
$110,000,000 in assessment value for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. That assessment
currently results in 2.3 million in tax revenue. The Granite Run mall tax appeal
resulted in an assessment reduction of $27,871,890, which equated to a reduction
in tax revenue of approximately $600,000. The revised assessments should be
available from the county near the end of November. The district may be eligible to
apply for a court ordered exception from the Act 1 index as a result of the Granite
Run Mall tax appeal. Grace Eves will contact Tom Kelly to review the process.
Action: Discussion
3. DCIU IDEA ARRA Pass-Through Funds
7:40
The district was awarded $730,534 in IDEA funds through the American Recovery
and Reinvestment Act of 2009. These funds must be used for special education
expenditures and follow the same guidelines as our current IDEA funds, which flow
through the Delaware County Intermediate Unit. A resolution to accept the IDEA
pass-through monies agreement will appear on the November Legislative agenda.
Action: This item will be moved to the November 19th Legislative Agenda for
approval.
4. Budgetary Transfers
7:45
Budgetary transfers were reviewed and approval was given to submit the changes
for approval at the November Legislative meeting.
Action: This item will be moved to the November 19th Legislative Agenda for
approval
5. Budget Summary Comparison
7:50
Expenditures are at 62% and revenues are at 74%. Grace Eves will review Per
Capita revenue and the process for notifying residents of the tax.
The next Finance Committee meeting will be held on December 8, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610-627-.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Grace A. Eves
Director of Management Services
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
___
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D. Superintendent
From:
Grace A. Eves, Director of Management Services
Date:
November 10, 2009
Subject:
November 10, 2009 - 8:00 PM - Operations Committee Minutes
Chairperson: Bill Montgomery
___________________________________________________________________
In Attendance: Veronica Barbato, Peter Barry, Nancy Fronduti, John Hanna,
Nancy Mackrides, Jeffrey Pettit
Also In Attendance: Henry Guarriello, Senior Project Manager, D’Huy, Engineering
Ron Baldino, Dennis Cini, and Grace Eves
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Springton Lake Middle School Update
8:00
Henry Guarriello, Senior Project Manager from D’Huy Engineering, reviewed the
preliminary project schedule. The front end document review is complete and will be
submitted to Tom Kelly for review. Separate contracts for project related services will
be issued for Indoor air quality, construction waste management, HVAC testing and
balancing and construction testing services. This is to ensure a system of checks
and balance for the project. The construction waste management services contract
will require separate dumpsters for recyclable materials such as, wood, steel and dry
wall. Ceiling tiles will be palletized and sent back to Armstrong for recycling. This
process will result in 75% of construction waste being diverted from landfills and
increases the district’s recycling effort.
The district is required to seek approval of PlanCon F, Planning and Construction,
documents from the Department of Education in order to receive reimbursement.
The district will not enter into construction contracts until written approval is received
for PlanCon F. The district will advertise for bids on December 4, 7 and 14th.
Action: Approval for permission to proceed with PlanCon F for the Department of
Education will be on the November 19th Legislative Agenda. Approval for the bid
advertising schedule will be on the November 19th Legislative Agenda.
2.
Sunday Use of Facilities at Penncrest
8:25
Penncrest High School will remain open on Sundays until June 30, 2010.
Use of the facility by community groups will be subject to all of the terms of School
Board Policy No. 707, Use of School Facilities.
Action: Approval will be on the November 19th Legislative agenda.
3.
Penn Fields Winterization Program
8:30
The Maintenance and Grounds Department will continue to spray the plantings at
Penn Fields with a natural substance to deter the deer. Deer fencing using poles or
soccer frames may also be used to deter the deer.
Action: Discussion
4.
Penncrest Recycling
8:35
Recycling containers have been attached to each trash can in an effort to promote
recycling. There are 31 recycling bins.
Action: Discussion
5.
Flag Pole Lighting at Barrall Field
8:40
Media Borough has requested the lighting of the flag located at Barrall Field. The
district will install the light using district staff. Lighting complaints from neighbors will
be directed to the borough.
Action: Discussion
6.
Penn Fields Embankment Stabilization
8:45
Dennis Cinni recommended the district go out to bid for the embankment
stabilization located at Penn Fields on the Penncrest campus. Gus Houtman will
prepare the bid documents.
Action: Discussion
7.
Glenwood Sewer Easement
8:55
The current Glenwood Sewer Easement is not in close proximity to additional
parcels.
Action: Discussion
The next Operations Committee meeting will be on December 8, 2009, at 8:00 PM.
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Rose Tree Media School District
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
EXCELLENCE
TODAY
FOR TOMORROW
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone: 610.627.6000
Fax: 610-891-0959
www.rtmsd.org
Anne D. Callahan
Director of Human Resources
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Anne D. Callahan, Director of Human Resources
Date:
November 12, 2009
Subject:
Minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting – November 5, 2009
Board Members in attendance: N. Mackrides, Chair, J. Pettit, P. Barry, L. KinslerFox
Also in attendance: A. Callahan, D. Kerr,
I.
Items for Legislative Meeting – Anne Callahan
The committee reviewed the items to be considered at the legislative meeting
of the Board of School Directors on November 19, 2009.
Action: All items will be placed on the agenda of the legislative meeting of
November 19th for a vote of the full Board.
II.
.2 Teaching Position for GATE Program
The committee discussed the addition of a .2 teaching position at Springton
Lake Middle School. The position will be combined with an existing .3 study
skills position, currently unfilled, to create a new .5 teaching position for the
GATE program. The new position will be a Mathematics/Language Arts
position and will begin in January 2010 and run through January 2011 when
the program will be reevaluated. This position is being funded by Title I
Stimulus Funds.
Action: The creation of the new position will be placed on the agenda of the
legislative meeting of November 19, 2009, for a vote of the full Board.
III.
Executive Session
An Executive Session was held to discuss matters of personnel.
The next meeting of the Personnel Committee will be held at 9:15 on December 1,
2009, in the Education Center Board Room.
Rose Tree Media School District
308 North Olive Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063-2493
Telephone 610.627.6028
Fax 610.565-5317
www.rtmsd.org
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Director of Pupil Services
To:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Denise C. Kerr, Ed.D., Superintendent
From:
Linda Bluebello, Ed.D.
Date:
November 6, 2009
Subject:
November 5, 2009 Pupil Services Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mrs. Nancy Fronduti
Board Members in Attendance: Bill O’Donnell, Jeff Pettit, Pete Barry, Nancy
Mackrides, Linda Kinsler-Fox
Others in Attendance: Dr. Denise Kerr, Dr. Linda Bluebello, Bonnie Kinsler, Phil
Quinzi
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE
Bonnie Kinsler and Phil Quinzi presented an update to the Board on current bus
utilization. They also shared photos of buses in need of replacement and discussed the
bidding process and timeline for the months ahead.
CONTRACTS
Dr. Bluebello reviewed the Stericycle contract which needs to be renewed this school
year. The terms of the contract were changed to an “as needed” basis which will lessen
annual costs.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Bluebello also presented a contract for EBS (Educational Based Services). This
agency will provide the services of a certified Speech & Language therapist to replace
one of our current Speech & Language therapists who will be going out on medical
leave.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
OVERNIGHT TRIPS
Dr. Bluebello presented four overnight trips for review.
The Penncrest High School Ice Hockey Team will compete in a tournament in Toronto,
Ontario, Canada, on December 2 – 5, 2009. The approximate cost to the district is
$408, which covers substitute teacher fees for 4 days.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team will compete in the Solanco Mule Classic
Tournament at Solanco High School, Quarryville, PA, on December 11 – 12, 2009. The
approximate cost to the district is $1,015, which covers registration and transportation.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team will compete in the Beast of the East
Tournament at the University of Delaware, on December 18 – 19, 2009. The
approximate cost to the district is $800, which covers registration and transportation.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
The Penncrest High School Boys and Girls Track Team will compete in the Indoor Track
Invitational at Penn State University, State College, PA, on January 22 – 23, 2010. The
approximate cost to the district will be $1,500, which covers registration and
transportation.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
FACILITIES USE
A request was made to the Board to use Penncrest High School for the Boys and Girls
Varsity & JV Basketball team practice on the following dates: Sunday, December 27,
2009 and Friday, January 1, 2010 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm (2.5 hours per team). The
team has games on December 28 – 30, 2009 and January 2, 2010 and are unable to
practice on December 24 – 25, 2009.
Action: Approval will be on the November 2009 Legislative Agenda.
The next meeting of the Pupil Services committee will be December 1, 2009, at 7:15 pm
at the Education Center.
OFFICE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
TO:
Members of the Board of School Directors
Dr. Denise Kerr, Superintendent
FROM:
Dr. Angela Gilbert, Director of Teaching and Learning - Elementary
Dr. Steve Taylor, Director of Teaching and Learning - Secondary
DATE:
November 5, 2009
RE:
November 5, 2009, Teaching & Learning Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairperson: Mr. Jeff Pettit
Board Members in Attendance: Peter Barry, Linda Fox, Nancy Mackrides, Jeff Pettit
RTMSD Personnel in Attendance: Pat Barta, Susan Evans, Angela Gilbert, Denise
Kerr, Steve Taylor
Revision of Graduation Requirements, Second Reading
The Board gave permission for a second reading of the policy revision for graduation
requirements at the November Legislative meeting.
Program Proposal for Introduction of Chinese Language Program at Penncrest
High School.
Dr. Evans reviewed the program proposal for the introduction of a Chinese Language
Program at Penncrest High School which had originally appeared on the October
Teaching & Learning Committee agenda. In presenting the proposal, Dr. Evans
reviewed the rationale for adding a non-Western language, plans for implementation,
potential risks, and staffing needs. If approved, the proposal would dictate the
introduction of a sequence of courses beginning with Chinese I in 2010-2011. A request
for an additional 0.4 FTE in World Language for 2010-2011 is part of the proposal, and
Dr. Kerr stated this FTE addition will be offset by a reduction elsewhere, thus making the
proposal cost neutral in terms of personnel, in 2010-2011 and thereafter. A second
proposal, for a Chinese Culture course, was also presented. This course would be
taught only if there is insufficient enrollment for two full sections of the language course,
and, in any case, would be offered only in 2010-2011.
After the presentation, the Board gave permission to include a resolution for the approval
of the program on the November Legislative agenda. Pending Board approval at the
November Legislative meeting, the new courses will appear in the 2010-2011 Course
Selection Guide. The final decision about whether the Chinese courses will run will be
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made in the second half of the year. The courses will not run if there is insufficient
enrollment, if the staffing is not cost-neutral, or if a certified teacher cannot be hired.
Dr. Taylor will draft a resolution for the November Legislative agenda which includes the
two Chinese courses and all the other proposals related to the 2010-2011 Course
Selection Guide, as discussed at the October meeting.
Special Education Contracts
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract for student JB to receive educational services at The
Davidson School for the 2009-2010 school year. The student is in need of a one to one
aide, as per the student’s IEP. The cost is $154.64 per day.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with The Davidson School will be on the November
19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract for student SM to receive educational services at the
Devereux Foundation Education Program for the 2009-2010 school year. Services
include basic psychiatric intervention, psychological services, room and board and related
services. The student is in need of this intensive programming as indicated on the IEP.
The cost is $170.00/day.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with Devereux Foundation Education Program will
be on the November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract for student TD to receive educational services at the
Devereux Kanner Center for a specified period of time during the 2009-2010 school year.
The student is in need of a one to one aide to support his transition activities in assigned
work sites. The cost is approximately $75.00 per day.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with Devereux Kanner Center will be on the
November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract for student TA to receive educational services in the
Marple Newtown School District for the 2009-2010 school year. The student has
significant disabilities and is in need of specially designed instruction to address
educational needs, as per the IEP. The cost is $28,817.29 for a 180-day school year.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with Marple Newtown School District will be on the
November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract from Katie Hartley Opher to provide educational services
to students enrolled in the developmental kindergarten and primary classes at Indian
Lane for the 2009-2010 school year. Services include music therapy and art therapy. The
budget is as follows: 40 weeks of 2 hours weekly at $90 per hour totaling $7200 for the
year.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with Katie Hartley Opher will be on the November
19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
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Dr. Gilbert presented a contract from the Institute of Teaching and Learning for training
and consultation services for the 2009-2010 school year. The following schedule has
been proposed: Elementary Special Education - 4 days, Secondary Special Education - 3
days, Elementary buildings - 11 days. The cost of services is $1530 per day plus
mileage.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with the Institute of Teaching and Learning will be on
the November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Dr. Gilbert presented a contract from Club Z! Tutoring Services to provide supplemental
educational services to students utilizing Title I funds, as per specific set asides for
identified students in need. The rate for services is $50 per student per hour. Club Z! may
receive up to $3000.00 for the 2009-2010 SY. The goal is to help students successfully
complete achievement goals set to help ensure their academic success.
ACTION: A resolution for a contract with Club Z! Tutoring Services will be on the
November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
Settlement Agreement
Dr. Gilbert presented the background, rationale and terms of the settlement agreement
for GC. Several major points were highlighted as follows. GC, a student with significant
disabilities, has been educated in an out-of-district placement under a settlement
agreement with RTM for at least six years. The last agreement extended through the
end of the 2008-2009 school year. In preparation for the end of the agreement, the
district issued the first Permission to Evaluate (PTE) in October 2008 in order to
complete the assessments needed to determine the student’s educational needs going
forward. RTM therapists attempted to complete their respective evaluations on numerous
occasions. Due to roadblocks and limitations beyond their control, they were unable to
complete an evaluation report and subsequent IEP for this student. Additional PTEs
were issued but not returned by the parents. The district did not hear from GC’s parents
or attorney regarding programming for 2009-2010.
In August 2009, Dr. Gilbert received an invoice from an out-of-district school for
2009-2010 tuition and fees for GC. Dr. Gilbert contacted our special education
attorney for direction. Since then, RTM’s attorney, David Painter and counsel for
the family have been working on an agreement. Upon completion, Dr. Gilbert
presented it for approval by the Board.
The settlement calls for funding up to $45,000.00 for the 2009-2010 SY. The
agreement states that the district shall pay into the current special needs trust
established under the law by the ARC Community Trust of PA, the sum of
$30,000.00 for the payment or reimbursement of legitimate educational expenses.
It further states that should these monies be exhausted during the period of the
agreement, the district shall further fund the trust in the amount of $15,000.00.
ACTION: A resolution for approval of a settlement agreement for GC will be on the
November 19, 2009 Legislative Agenda.
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PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – EXECUTIVE SESSION
“In accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act, executive sessions of the
School Board were held on the following dates to review and discuss matters
permitted under Section 8 of the Act.”
October 22, 2009
November 5, 2009
November 10, 2009
November 19, 2009
There will be an executive session of the School Board for matters of personnel
at 6:30 p.m. prior to the Legislative Session of December 17 2009, at Penncrest
High School. The Legislative meetings are recorded on tape.
Presidential Announcement
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VIII.
Old Business
A.
Policies
1.
Policy #217 Graduation Requirements – Second Reading
and Approval – See Attachment A
Resolve, that the Board approve Policy #217 Graduation
Requirements.
Background
Policy #217 Graduation Requirements was discussed at
the October and November 2009 Teaching and
Learning Committee Meetings.
VIII. Old Business
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
1.
2.
Terminations
a.
Professional
b.
Non-Instructional
1.
Benjamin Shedlock, Support Staff II, Penncrest High
School, resignation, effective October 26, 2009.
2.
Emily Malone, Support Staff II, Media Elementary,
resignation effective October 29, 2009.
3.
Barbara Tindall, Cafeteria Worker, Springton Lake
Middle School, resignation effective November 2,
2009.
Nominations
a.
b.
Professional
1.
Shari Krause, Long Term Substitute Guidance
Counselor, effective November 3, 2009 at the annual
salary of $49,182, Master’s/Step 1. Ms. Krause is
assigned to Penncrest High School replacing Sarah
Graham who is on leave. NOTE: Ms. Krause is being
hired pending completion of her pre-employment
paperwork.
2.
Katherine White, Assistant Principal, effective
November 20, 2009, at the annual salary of
$108,600. Ms. White is assigned to Springton Lake
Middle School replacing Stephen Quinn who
resigned.
Non-Instructional
1.
IX. New Business
Trenae Bowers, Cafeteria Trainee, effective
November 10, 2009 at the rate of $10.55 per hour.
Ms. Bowers is assigned to Media Elementary
replacing Cathy Lejman who resigned. NOTE: Ms.
Bowers is being hired pending completion of her preemployment paperwork.
1
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
2.
Nominations
b.
3.
2.
John Barbosa, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
November 2, 2009 at the rate of $20.29 per hour. Mr.
Barbosa is assigned to the Transportation
Department.
3.
John Pisano, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
November 20, 2009 at the rate of $20.29 per hour.
Mr. Pisano is assigned to the Transportation
Department. NOTE: Mr. Pisano is being hired
pending completion of his pre-employment
paperwork.
4.
Arlene Douge, Substitute Bus Driver, effective
November 13, 2009 at the rate of $20.29 per hour.
Ms. Douge is assigned to the Transportation
Department.
General
a.
IX. New Business
Non-Instructional
Classification Change
1.
Amber Gibson from Food Service Worker to
Custodian effective November 2, 2009 at the rate of
$15.97 per hour. Ms. Gibson is assigned to Penncrest
High School replacing Trevor Chamberlain who
resigned.
2.
Ralph Santelli, from Substitute Cafeteria Worker to
Cafeteria Trainee, effective October 1, 2009 at the
rate of $10.55 per hour. Mr. Santelli is assigned to
Penncrest High School.
3.
Stuart Race, from (.5) to (1.0) Personal Instructional
Assistant, Support Staff II effective October 22, 2009.
Mr. Race is assigned to Penncrest High School
replacing Ben Shedlock who resigned.
4.
Edward Rheinstader from 1.0 Bus Aide to .5 Bus Aide
effective October 16, 2009.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
a.
b.
Classification Change
5.
Diane Swantek, from Part-time Cafeteria Worker to
Full-time Cafeteria Worker effective November 2,
2009. Ms. Swantek is assigned to Penncrest High
School replacing Amber Gibson who was
reassigned.
6.
Paul Waller, from Part Time Driver to Full-time
Driver, effective November 12, 2009.
Unpaid Leave of Absence
1.
c.
Sarah Graham requests an unpaid leave of absence
commencing on February 1, 2010 through June 30,
2010 for purposes of child rearing.
Supplemental Contracts
1.
Patrick Carney, (.5) Assistant Varsity Wrestling
Coach, effective November 9, 2009 at the annual
salary of $2,154.00. NOTE: Mr. Carney is being hired
pending
completion
of
his
pre-employment
paperwork.
2.
Jana Maxwell, Art Club Sponsor for the 2009-2010
school year, Media Elementary, at the annual salary
of $450.00.
3.
Recommend Board approval for the following
personnel to serve as Event Chaperones at the rate
of $55.00 per event:
Amy Tricome
Svitlana Duffy
Elise Ettien
IX. New Business
Michele Frisoli
Diane Swantek
Melvin Crouse
4.
Sharon Williams, New Teacher Mentor for the 20092010 school year at the annual salary of $1,050.00.
5.
Steve Adams, Fall Intramural Instructor, Springton
Lake Middle School at the rate of $27.00 per hour.
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IX.
New Business
A.
Personnel
3.
General
c.
d.
Supplemental Contracts
6.
Paul Norris Fall Intramural Instructor, Springton
Lake Middle School at the rate of $27.00 per hour.
7.
Recommend Board approval for the Penncrest
High School Winter Athletic Supplemental
Contracts for the 2009-2010 school year. See
Attachment B.
8.
Recommend Board approval for the Springton
Lake Middle School Winter Athletic Supplemental
Contracts for the 2009-2010 school year. See
Attachment C.
Other
1.
B.
Recommend Board approval of the 2009-2010
salary for Dr. Denise Kerr, Superintendent at
$178,468, effective July 1, 2009.
Overnight Trips
1.
Penncrest High School Ice Hockey Team – Toronto, Ontario,
Canada
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Toronto,
Ontario, Canada, for the Penncrest High School Ice Hockey team
on December 2 – 5, 2009.
Background
This is a trip that has been taken five times since 2000. The
opportunity to play against quality teams and experience Canadian
culture and hockey are lifelong memories for our players. The
approximate cost to the district is $400, which covers substitute
teacher fees for 4 days.
IX. New Business
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IX.
New Business
B.
Overnight Trips (continued)
2.
Penncrest High School Wrestling Team – Solanco High School,
Quarryville, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Solanco High
School, Quarryville, PA, for the Penncrest High School Wrestling
team on December 11 – 12, 2009.
Background
The Penncrest High School Wrestling Team will compete in the
Solanco Mule Classic Tournament. The approximate cost to the
district is $1,000, which covers registration and transportation.
3.
Penncrest High School Wrestling Team – University of Delaware,
Newark, DE
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to the University
of Delaware for the Penncrest High School Wrestling team on
December 18 – 19, 2009.
Background
The Penncrest High School Wrestling team will compete in the
Beast of the East Tournament. The approximate cost to the district
is $800, which covers registration and transportation.
4.
Penncrest High School Boys and Girls Track Team – Penn State
University, State College, PA
Resolve, that the Board approve the overnight trip to Penn State
University, State College, PA, for the Penncrest High School Boys
and Girls Track team on January 22 – 23, 2010.
Background
The Penncrest High School Boys and Girls Track team will
compete in the Indoor Track Invitational. The approximate cost to
the district will be $1,500, which covers registration and
transportation.
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IX.
New Business
C.
Penncrest Course Selection Guide for 2010-2011 - Approval
RESOLVE, the Board approve the Penncrest Course Selection Guide for
2010-2011, along with the accompanying program proposals, as follows:
The creation of a strand of courses at rank level 1 in 11th and
12th grade English to align the English Department’s offerings
with similar offerings in other departments and to create a
bridge between rank level 2 courses and Advanced Placement
courses
The creation of a new elective course in Critical Reading
within the English Department
The
creation
of
an
Advanced
Placement
(AP)
Macroeconomics course to round out the offerings for AP
Economics students
The creation of a Mandarin Chinese Language program within
the World Language Department, beginning with a course in
Mandarin Chinese I and a course in Chinese culture in 20102011.
Background
The Course Selection Guide and accompanying program proposals were
discussed at the October and November 2009 Teaching & Learning
Committee meetings. The Chinese courses will require an additional .4
FTE in 2010-2011, but the increase will be offset by reduction of staff in
another department. The Chinese culture course will be offered only in
the event of insufficient enrollment for two sections of the Chinese
language course. The Chinese language course itself will not be offered if
there is insufficient enrollment, if another position cannot be reduced to
offset the new FTE, or if a certified Chinese teacher cannot be hired.
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ADDENDUM
IX.
New Business
D.
Addendum - Personnel
1.
Terminations - None
2.
Nominations - None
3.
General
a.
Classification Change
1.
b.
Charron Verica from Special Education Secretary I,
to Secretary IV, Principal’s Secretary, effective
November 30, 2009 at the annual salary of
$35,781.88. Ms Verica is assigned to Penncrest
High School replacing Dolores Duffy who retired.
Other
1.
Creation of a .2 FTE Middle Level English/Middle
Level Mathematics Teaching Position
Recommend the creation of an additional .2 FTE
Middle Level English/Middle Level Mathematics
teaching position at Springton Lake Middle School.
This .2 FTE will be combined with the existing .3
FTE Studies Skills teaching position to create a new
.5 FTE teacher to staff the GATE (Guided Actions
and Team Excellence) Program at Springton Lake.
This position is being funded by Title I Stimulus
Funds and will run through January 2011 when it
will be re-evaluated.
IX. New Business – Addendum
11/19/2009
APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
A.
Purchasing – None
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
Rose Tree Media School District Policy #612…(Public
School code section 609) when funds are not available for a
proposed appropriation, a legal transfer from one class of
expenditure to another may be made in the last nine (9)
months of the fiscal year by the board.
Resolve, that the Board approve the following Budgetary
transfers:
FY 10 – 01
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Debt Service – Authority Obligations
$172,067.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Community College – Tuition
$172,067.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to correct account code.
FY 10 – 02
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Special Education – Professional Services
$7,250.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Special Education – Books and Supplies
$7,250.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover cost of materials for
students who present significant, specialized needs.
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers
FY 10 – 03
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Supplies
$2,500.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services - Equipment
$2,500.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover the purchase of
smart boards for classrooms.
FY 10 – 04 Fund 10 General Fund
FROM:
Alternative Education – Professional Services
AMOUNT: $2,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Alternative Education – Supplies
$2,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover expenses under the
Alternative Education Grant.
FY 10 – 05
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Professional Development Services – Travel
$1,060.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Regular Education – Books and supplies
$1,060.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to cover Math Investigations
teacher curriculum materials for new teachers.
X. Finance
FY 10 – 06
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Supplies
$1,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Technology Support Services – Supplies
$1,000.00
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X.
Finance
B.
General
1.
Budgetary Transfers (cont’d)
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to purchase replacement
bulbs for classroom projectors.
FY 10– 07
FROM:
AMOUNT:
Fund 10 General Fund
Regular Instruction – Books and Subscriptions
$1,000.00
TO:
AMOUNT:
Regular Instruction – Travel
$1,000.00
RATIONALE: Transfer needed to pay for national
conference held at the local level.
Background
This item was discussed at the Finance Committee
Meeting on November 10, 2009.
2.
DCIU IDEA ARRA Pass –Through Funds
Resolve, that the Board accept the Special Education American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) IDEA PassThrough Monies Agreement for 2009-2010 funds in the amount
of $730,534. See Attachment D
Background
The district was awarded $730,534 in IDEA funds through the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. These funds
must be used for special education expenditures and follow the
same guidelines as our current IDEA funds, which flow through
the Delaware County Intermediate Unit.
This item was
discussed at the Finance Committee Meeting on November 10,
2009.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
3.
Sunday Use of Facilities – Penncrest High School
Resolve, that the Board approve the use of Penncrest High
School on Sundays thru the end of the current fiscal year
June 30, 2010, pending the availability of a custodian. Use
of the facility by community groups will be subject to all of
the terms of School Board Policy No. 707, Use of School
Facilities.
Background
This item was discussed at the Operations Committee
Meeting on November 10, 2009.
4.
PlanCon Part F (SLMS Project)
Resolve, that the Board will not enter into construction
contracts until it has received written approval for PlanCon
Part F, Construction Documents, from the Department of
Education.
Further resolve, that the Board of School Directors has
obtained, or will obtain, all necessary approvals from local,
regional, and state agencies relating to health, safety,
design, planning highway access, and freedom from flooding
and subsidence, prior to entering into construction contracts.
Further resolve, that the Board acknowledges that failure to
obtain the requisite approvals prior to entering into
construction contracts may be sufficient cause for the
Department of Education to revoke its approval for this
project. If approval is revoked, the project will not be
reimbursed by the Commonwealth. See Attachment E
Background
This item was discussed at the Operations Committee
Meeting on November 10, 2009.
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X.
Finance
3.
General
5.
SLMS Project Bid Advertising Schedule
Resolve, that the Board approve the advertising of bids for
the SLMS Project on December 4, 2009, December 7, 2009
and December 14, 2009.
Background
This item was discussed at the Operations Committee
Meeting on November 10, 2009.
6.
Contract with the Davidson School
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for student JB to
receive educational services at The Davidson School for the
2009-2010 school year. The student is in need of a one to
one aide, as per the student’s IEP. The cost is $154.64 per
day.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of a student with significant disabilities.
7.
Contract with the Devereux Foundation Education Program
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for student SM to
receive educational services at the Devereux Foundation
Education Program for the 2009-2010 school year. Services
include basic psychiatric intervention, psychological
services, room and board and related services. The student
is in need of this intensive programming as indicated on the
IEP. The cost is $170.00/day.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of students with significant disabilities.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
8.
Contract with the Devereux Kanner Center
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for student TD to
receive educational services at the Devereux Kanner Center
for a specified period of time during the 2009-2010 school
year. The student is in need of a one to one aide to support
his transition activities in assigned work sites. The cost is
approximately $75.00 per day.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of students with significant disabilities.
9.
Contract with the Marple Newtown School District
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract for student TA to
receive educational services in the Marple Newtown School
District for the 2009-2010 school year. The student has
significant disabilities and is in need of specially designed
instruction to address educational needs, as per the IEP. The
cost is $28,817.29 for a 180-day school year.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of students with significant disabilities.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
10.
Contract with Katie Hartley Opher
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Katie Hartley
Opher to provide educational services to students enrolled in
the developmental kindergarten and primary classes at Indian
Lane for the 2009-2010 school year. Services include music
therapy and art therapy. The budget is as follows: 40 weeks
of 2 hours weekly at $90 per hour totaling $7200 for the year.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of students with significant disabilities.
11.
Contract with the Institute of Teaching and Learning
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from the Institute
of Teaching and Learning for training and consultation
services for the 2009-2010 school year. The following
schedule has been proposed: Elementary Special Education 4 days, Secondary Special Education - 3 days, Elementary
buildings - 11 days. The cost of services is $1530 per day
plus mileage.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to help
teachers meet the needs of students with significant
disabilities and needs.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
12.
Contract with Club Z! Tutoring Services
Resolve, that the Board approve a contract from Club Z!
Tutoring Services to provide supplemental educational
services to students utilizing Title I funds, as per specific set
asides for identified students in need. The rate for services is
$50 per student per hour. Club Z! may receive up to $3000.00
for the 2009-2010 SY.
.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented this contract at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. The
aforementioned educational services are needed to meet the
needs of struggling students. The goal is to help students
successfully complete achievement goals set to help ensure
their academic success.
13.
Settlement Agreement with the Parents of GC
Resolve, that the Board approve the settlement agreement
with the parents of a student with significant disabilities. The
settlement calls for funding up to $45,000.00 for the 20092010 SY. The agreement states that the district shall pay
into the current special needs trust established under the law
by the ARC Community Trust of PA, the sum of $30,000.00
for the payment or reimbursement of legitimate educational
expenses. It further states that should these monies be
exhausted during the period of the agreement, the district
shall further fund the trust in the amount of $15,000.00.
Background
Dr. Gilbert presented the rationale and key points of the
agreement with the parents of GC at the Teaching and
Learning Committee meeting on November 5, 2009. GC, a
student with significant disabilities, has been educated in an
out-of-district placement under a settlement agreement with
RTM for at least six years. The proposed agreement will
extend through the end of the 2009-2010 school year, at
which time the student will be re-evaluated and appropriate
educational program will be designed.
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APPENDIX X
X.
Finance
B.
General
14.
Stericycle
Resolve, that the Board approve the contract between
Stericycle and the Rose Tree Media School District.
Background
Stericycle will remove and dispose of the regulated medical
waste from our schools. The terms of the contract were
changed to an “as needed” basis which will lessen annual
costs. This item was discussed at the November 2009 Pupil
Services Committee Meeting.
15.
G.A.T.E. Program
Resolve, that the Board approve the SLMS Pilot G.A.T.E.
(Guided Actions and Team Excellence) Program for one
year from January 2010 to January 2011 at which time the
pilot program will be re-evaluated.
Background
The SLMS G.A.T.E. Program is a pilot regular education
intervention designed to help at-risk students of average to
above-average ability reach their personal potential. The
program will be in effect for one year from January 2010 to
January 2011 with bi-monthly updates provided to the Board.
At the end of the one year pilot (January 2011), the program
will be re-evaluated. The G.A.T.E. Program includes the
addition of a .2 teacher paid by Title I ARRA funds.
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No. 217
ROSE TREE MEDIA
SCHOOL DISTRICT
SECTION:
PUPILS
TITLE:
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
ADOPTED:
August 22, 2002
REVISED:
August 24, 2006
217. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Purpose
Title 22
Sec. 4.24
Pol. 100
The Board adopts the graduation requirements students must achieve, which include
course completion and grades, completion of culminating project, and results of
local and state assessments as established by the Board in the district's Strategic Plan
and as restated herein.
Credits Required To Graduate:
English
Mathematics
Science
4 credits
3 credits (includes Algebra & Geometry)
3 credits (includes Environmental Science &
Biology), all three of which should be
completed by the end of grade 11
4 credits (including Modern America or AP
United States History)
(through level 2)
3 or 4 credits (3 if students needs 2 WL)
Social Studies
World Language
Fine and Prac. Arts
Art
Music
Technical Ed
Family/Consumer Science
Business Ed
Mathematics (Computer Science)
English Electives
Vocational-Technical
World Languages
(electives beyond minimum)
Health & PE
2.4 credits
Electives
2 credits
Community Service
1 credit
Graduation Project
Title 22
Sec. 4.52
Pol. 100, 107
State requirements for graduation include demonstration of proficiency on state
assessments. Students must demonstrate performance at the Proficient level or
better in reading, writing, and mathematics on the PSSA assessment administered in
grade 11, on the retest in grade 12, or on district assessments aligned with
Page 1 of 3
Formatted: Indent: Left: 0",
Hanging: 2.49"
Deleted: Gen.
Deleted: Language Arts
217. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS - Pg. 2
Pennsylvania academic standards.
SC 1614
Title 22
Sec. 11.27
Pol. 113
Special Education students may be exempted from these requirements when, in the
opinion of the IEP team, these requirements are incompatible with the students'
needs and abilities.
During junior or senior years, students will complete a graduation project, finishing
by the end of the third quarter of senior year at the latest. All approved projects will
require students to demonstrate an ability to apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate
information and to communicate significant knowledge and understanding. Each
project must incorporate several technologies and yield a product in the form of a
paper, exhibit, portfolio, video, model, or performance.
2. Authority
SC 1611, 1613
Title 22
Sec. 4.13, 4.24
Pol. 100, 102
The Board shall award a regular high school diploma to every student enrolled in
this district who meets the requirements of graduation.
The Board requires that each candidate for graduation shall have earned 24.4 credits.
The fourth year of high school shall not be required if the student has been accepted
by an accredited institution of higher learning and has completed all requirements
for graduation.
3. Delegation of
Responsibility
The Superintendent or designee shall be responsible for the planning and execution
of graduation ceremonies which appropriately mark this important achievement.
4. Guidelines
Pol. 213, 216
Accurate recording of each student's achievement of academic standards shall be
maintained, as required by law and State Board Regulations.
Students shall be informed of graduation requirements they are expected to
complete.
Periodic warnings shall be issued to students in danger of not fulfilling graduation
requirements.
No student who has completed the requirements for graduation shall be denied a
diploma as a disciplinary measure, but s/he may be denied participation in the
graduation ceremony when personal conduct so warrants. Such exclusion shall be
regarded as a school suspension. Any student who has not completed all
requirements for graduation shall not be permitted to participate in graduation
ceremony.
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217. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS - Pg. 3
References:
School Code – 24 P.S. Sec. 1611, 1613, 1614
State Board of Education Regulations – 22 PA Code Sec. 4.13, 4.24, 4.52, 11.4,
11.5, 11.8, 11.27
Board Policy – 100, 102, 113, 127, 213, 216
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217. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS - Pg. 4
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11/12/2009
SPRINGTON LAKE WINTER ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS
2008-2009
2009-2010
EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE
STEP
UNIT
RATE
UNITS
SUPPLEMENTAL
SALARY
BASKETBALL BOYS - 7TH GRADE
BASKETBALL BOYS - 8TH GRADE
W. CARR
A. VIRTUE
1
6
2
7
1
2
139
146
21
21
$2,919.00
$3,066.00
BASKETBALL GIRLS - 7TH GRADE
BASKETBALL GIRLS - 8TH GRADE
J. DIAZ
P. NORRIS
5
8
6
9
2
3
146
156
21
21
$3,066.00
$3,276.00
WRESTLING HEAD COACH
WRESTLING ASST COACH
D. PUCKETT
R. LAVOIE
10
8
10+
9
4
3
165
156
21
17
$3,465.00
$2,652.00
CHEERLEADING COACH WINTER
J. BLYTHE
1
2
1
139
18
$2,502.00
11/12/2009
Attachment C
PENNCREST ATHLETIC SUPPLEMENTALS - WINTER
2008-2009
2009-2010
EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE STEP
BASKETBALL BOYS VARSITY COACH
BASKETBALL BOYS ASST COACH
BASKETBALL BOYS ASST COACH
BASKETBALL HEAD FRESH COACH
M. DOYLE
R. HIGGINS
J. RITTER
S. CHICANO
BASKETBALL HEAD GIRLS COACH
BASKETBALL ASST GIRLS COACH
BASKETBALL ASST GIRLS COACH
BASKETBALL FRESH GIRLS COACH
UNIT
RATE
UNITS
SUPPLEMENTAL
SALARY
6
6
4
3
7
10
5
4
2
4
2
1
146
165
146
139
44
31
31
25
$6,424.00
$5,115.00
$4,526.00
$3,475.00
K. NATH
B. SAVISKI
L. MOSLEY
S. DASHKIWSKY
2
1
3
10+
2
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
139
139
139
139
44
31
31
25
$6,116.00
$4,309.00
$4,309.00
$3,475.00
INDOOR TRACK BOYS HEAD COACH
INDOOR TRACK BOYS ASSISTANT
INDOOR TRACK GIRLS HEAD COACH
INDOOR TRACK GIRLS ASST COACH
G MUNRO
R. BROWN
M. CLARK
J. LOHN
10+
3
10+
10+
10+
4
10+
10+
4
1
4
4
165
139
165
165
34
26
34
26
$5,610.00
$3,614.00
$5,610.00
$4,290.00
SWIMMING GIRLS HEAD COACH
SWIMMING BOYS HEADCOACH
DIVING COACH
T. WOOLERY
A. IKELER
M. SCHLEGEL
10+
4
10+
10+
5
10+
4
2
4
165
146
165
31
31
20
$5,115.00
$4,526.00
$3,300.00
WRESTLING HEAD COACH
WRESTLING ASST COACH
WRESTLING ASST COACH
G. JACOBS
P. CARNEY (.5)*
W. MOWBRAY (.5)
1
1
2
2
1
1
146
139
139
44
15.5
15.5
$6,424.00
$2,154.50
$2,154.50
CHEERLEADING HEAD WINTER COACH
CHEERLEADING ASST WINTER COACH
CHEERLEADING FRESH WINTER COACH
K. BAILEY
J. ANDERSON
A. HOFFMAN
1
10+
2
2
10+
5
1
4
2
139
165
146
23
19
19
$3,197.00
$3,135.00
$2,774.00
* BEING HIRED PENDING COMPLETION OF PREEMPLOYMENT PAPERWORK
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